Announcements (continued)

Kiosk Design Competition
Kiosk Design Competition AIA Registered architects and New Jersey students are encouraged to register for and participate in a competition to design the new Princeton kiosk. We are seeking a design which could be selected as a replacement of Princeton’s beloved kiosk at the corner of Nassau Street and Vandeventer Avenue. This competition is sponsored and administered by the AIA New Jersey - The New Jersey Society of Architects. Entrants must register to enter the competition and registration is now open until July 16, 2025. Design submission deadline is July 18, 2025, 11:59 PM EST.

Community Park Pool Reminder
Community Park Pool is now open daily through Labor Day (September 1). Public swim hours are 12-8 p.m. on weekdays and 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. on weekends. Princeton residents must have either a pool membership or Daily Admission Card (DAC) to visit the pool. Registration remains open for all Community Park Pool membership options (Princeton resident and non-resident). Princeton residents that do not wish to purchase a membership but want to visit the pool and pay the daily rate must register annually for a Daily Admission Card (DAC) before coming to the pool. Registration information

106th Annual Mercer County 4-H Fair July 26 & 27 - Mercer County 4-H invite residents to showcase their creative talents and skills at the 106th Annual Mercer County 4-H Fair! The Fair is an inspirational community event, celebrating agriculture, innovation, and the talent of Mercer County residents. The fair will run from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, July 26, and from 10 AM to 4 PM, Sunday, July 27. Admission and parking are free to all attendees. There are many 'Open Division' categories, open to public entries from both youth and adults. Across both days of The Fair, visitors can enjoy animal shows, live music, farm tours, exhibits, children's activities, hayrides, magic shows, and pony rides. Plenty of food and drink, including homemade ice cream, will be available for purchase. The opening ceremony for the fair will be held at 1 PM on Saturday, July 26 in the Show Tent. A country dance with a string band and a caller is scheduled for 6 PM on Sunday, July 27. Visit mercer.njaes.rutgers.edu/4h/fair to find full details about exhibiting, as well as a complete schedule of the fair.

Canal Walks Saturdays (Year Round)
10:00 AM - Three mile walk on the towpath, year-round. Free.
Meet at Turning Basin Park, Alexander Road, Princeton, at the end of the parking lot near the road. Register to get notice of cancellations due to weather by emailing canalwalkers@googlegroups.com.

Voices Chorale NJ Summer Sing and Auditions; Monday, August 18
All singers are invited to join us at 7:30pm for an open summer sing featuring selections from our 2025-2026 repertoire. Scores will be provided, and light refreshments and ice cream will be served. Those interested in joining Voices Chorale NJ may set up an audition. Further information is available at www.voiceschoralenj.org
Music Together Worldwide Headquarters; 225 Pennington-Hopewell Rd, Hopewell, NJ

Save the Date

August 2, 2025 – Watershed Butterfly Festival

August 16, 2025 - Banda MS: Edición Limitada, CURE Arena

August 22, 2025 – Barracks Baseball Night @Trenton Thunder

September 6, 2025 – Open House @The Community Well

September 11, 2025 – CMAP Fall Fundraiser

September 13 – October 12, 2025 – I & You: The Musical @McCarter

September 13 & 14, 2025 - Fall Fest @River's Edge, Lambertville Station

September 21, 2025 – NJTL of Trenton’s Anniversary Gala

Events

School Open Houses

Major Non-Profit Fundraisers

7/3 – First Fridays Farm Fun @Cherry Grove Farm, 3-7pm., Every first friday of the month stop by Cherry Grove Farm for lots of fun for kids and grown-ups. We have free hayrides and yoga, artists and crafters, vendors and music and often special demonstrations, activities for kids or a wild plant walk. Let the kids run around, visit the calves and goats and singalong with Pete while you do your weekend shopping, relax with some yoga or sit and watch the cows grazing in the meadows. You may even get to see the cows being milked.
Friday June 6th from 3-7pm; Thursday July 3rd from 3-7pm; Friday August 1st from 3-7pm; Friday September 5th from 3-7pm; Friday October 3rd from 3-7pm. Cherry Grove Farm, 3200 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, NJ. Click here for more information

7/3 - Ken Ludwig’s The Game’s Afoot!, Princeton Summer Theatre, 7:30pm. Celebrate Christmas in July with Ken Ludwig’s The Game’s Afoot! When a famous actor’s holiday party turns into a murder scene, the guests must put their mystery-solving skills to the test. Filled with twists, laughs, and a cast of quirky characters, Ludwig’s mystery will keep you guessing until the very end. This hilarious, holiday-inspired whodunnit is one you will not want to miss! Additional dates: 7/4, 7/5, 7/6 7/10, 7/11,7/12,7/17, 7/18, 7/19.Hamilton Murray Theater, Murray-Dodge Hall, Princeton University Princeton, NJ 08544
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7/4 - Fourth of July Festival @Morven & Battlefield State Park
Join us for our annual Fourth of July Festival! This is a free public event featuring activities at Morven Museum & Garden and the Princeton Battlefield State Park. Stop by Morven any time between 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. for activities and artmaking with community partners; garden tours; face painting; music from the Vintage Vibe Tribe; food trucks; a chance to sign the Declaration of Independence; and more. The museum will be open with half-price admission. A short distance away, check out the Princeton Battlefield State Park where you can visit the historic Clarke House and hear a reading of the Declaration of Independence by Will Krakower, Resource Interpretive Specialist with the NJDEP, at 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. The Clarke House is open free of charge.
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7/5 - The Flemington Car Show, 5:30-8:30pm., The Flemington Car Shows run on Saturdays (check schedule for dates and locations) all Summer long offering the community a source of fun free family entertainment. Each show, hundreds of some of the best classic cars on the East Coast come out to Flemington. The shows are free to the public, and car owners. Live Performances are given by local talented musicians at each show in two areas, complimented by DJ Chuck Leonard spinning classic tunes. Trophies earned by the best cars & door prizes raffled to everyone. Kids activities like face painting, magic, and balloon sculptures are offered. Additional show: 7/19
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7/7 - Reading: "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?" - Virtual - Princeton Public Library, 7:30pm
Community members read an amended version of Frederick Douglass' influential speech, given on July 5, 1852, in Rochester, New York, to the Rochester Ladies Anti-Slavery Society. To register, please click on this Google form. This year's opening speaker is President Jonathon L. Walton of Princeton Theological Seminary.
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7/10 – Chip Away at Hunger Event, Meals on Wheels - Meals on Wheels of Mercer County (MOWMC) is proud to participate in #ChipInChipAway, a national day of giving taking place on July 10, 2025. This initiative calls on donors to give whatever they can to help Chip In, Chip Away at senior hunger right here in our community. Meals on Wheels of Mercer County depends on the generosity of individuals, businesses, and community partners to bridge the growing gap in resources. Donations made on July 10 will directly support local seniors by providing nutritious meals and the daily wellness checks that so many rely on. Click here for more information

7/10 - Insect Safari at Fairgrown Farm, 9-10am., There are approximately 1.4 billion insects for every human on this planet. Join Jeff Hoagland of the Watershed Institute and James Klett of Fairgrown Farms to meet a variety of them, discovering their secret lives and varied roles among your farm crops. Adults and families with children 8 & up.
Registration preferred but walk-ins welcome. This event will meet at the farm: 260 Wargo Rd. Pennington, NJ 08534
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7/10 - Performance: "The Devil and Daisy Dirt"
A Garden State Gothic Event, Alt-Folk, 7:30-8:30pm., Princeton Public Library. Alex Dawson, Dan Diana, Arlan Fieles and Jackie Foge present a bluegrass tall tale about the Jersey Devil featuring live music and an 8′ wearable puppet. Registration requested; space is limited. More Info

7/11 – ART OF Papermaking, ACP, 5:30-7pm., From plant to paper, the Art of Papermaking explores the history and structure of Western papermaking processes. Told through hands-on techniques of sheet-pulling and wet-process college, the story of papermaking encompasses cultural histories, artistic traditions and artists own personal visions. With ties close to printmaking, painting, drawing and collage, fine handmade papers -in their many forms- speak to artists across diverse backgrounds. The Art of Papermaking invites you to dip your toes into the rich histories and contemporary practices of modern hand papermaking.
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7/12 - Summer Fairy Festival, The Watershed Institute, 10-12:30pm
Fairies and friends gather together for some magical activities at The Watershed Institute. We will build fairy cottages using natural materials, create fun crafts, splash together as we play mermaid games, flutter around an obstacle course and more! Come dressed as a fairy or other mythical creature. Ages 2 and up. Adult attendance required.
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7/12 – Made in the Shade, Marquand Park, 10-12pm. Escape the summer heat and step into the shady woods of Marquand Park for "Made in the Shade," a fun-filled morning of nature-themed activities for children and families. Tucked under the canopy of one of Princeton's most treasured parks, "Made in the Shade" invites children to experience the magic of trees and forest life through hands-on games, crafts, and creative play. Activities include Tree Bingo, sun printing, thermometer demo, storytime, and more. Free and open to the public. Parking: Lovers Lane parking lot. Overflow parking on Mercer Street between Hibben Road and Springdale Road. Additional parking on Olden Lane. For updates or weather-related announcements, visit www.marquandpark.org/.Rain Date - July 13

7/12 - Magic Show: Dennis the Magician,10:30am & 2:00pm
Magic at the library! Prepared to be amazed as Dennis the Magician wows us with his magic show. A little magic will certainly help "Color Our World" during this year's summer reading! Space is limited; please plan to attend only one of the two showings (10:30am or 2pm). For all ages, youngest with a caregiver. Sponsored by Friends of the West Windsor Library. Registration is required. West Windsor Branch, 333 North Post Road, Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
609-799-0462

7/12 - FREE Summer Concert Series, Nassau Park Pavilion, 5-7:30pm
Channel Collective. Opening band: Dan Kassel and Friends, featuring Gregg Merkle. Channel Collective is an ever-changing lineup of musicians led by multi-instrumentalist Jon Thompson and drummer Justin Leigh. Their vision is to capture the beauty of the unexpected in the spontaneity of improvised and composed music.
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7/13 – Bastille Day Celebration, Alliance Francaise Princeton, 12-3pm., Cost: $20 for members; $25 for non-members. Location: Princeton Community Park South. Bring a picnic lunch and your family and friends and enjoy: Conversing in French (and English). Learning to Play Pétanque (Boules). Listening to French Music. Meeting fellow Francophiles. You could win one of many excellent door prizes!! You must be present to win. We'll supply beverages and dessert as well as paper plates, plasticware, napkins, etc. We have a sheltered pavilion in case of rain. Please buy your tickets by July 10th to ensure we have plenty of drinks and desserts on hand. BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY – Children under 12 are welcome to attend free of charge!! You don't need to speak French to attend and enjoy the afternoon with us! Tickets

7/13 - National Theatre Live at Princeton Garden Theatre: 'A Streetcar Named Desire', 12:30pm
A Streetcar Named Desire2014 3 hr Gillian Anderson (Sex education), Vanessa Kirby (The Crown), and Ben Foster (Lone Survivor) lead the cast in Tennessee Williams’ timeless masterpiece. As Blanche’s fragile world crumbles, she turns to her sister Stella for solace – but her downward spiral brings her face to face with the brutal, unforgiving Stanley Kowalski. From visionary director Benedict Andrews, this acclaimed production was filmed live during a sold-out run at the Young Vic Theatre
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7/13 - Listen Local: New Yacht City, Princeton Public Library, 4pm.,
New Yacht City plays smooth yacht rock and R&B-inspired sounds of the '70s and '80s featuring songs from bands like Steely Dan, The Doobie Brothers and Toto.
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7/17 - George Washington's Ten Crucial Days, Lawrence Branch, 6:30pm., 2751 Brunswick Pike Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 609-883-8292
As we celebrate Independence Day in July, take a moment to reflect on a pivotal turning point in the American Revolution—the "Ten Crucial Days" of 1776-77. Drawing from his book, Winning the Ten Crucial Days, historian David Price explores this decisive winter campaign, revealing how leadership, geography, weather, artillery, and contingency converged to secure General George Washington's victory and alter the course of the Revolutionary War. Join us for this illuminating presentation and honor the triumph that helped shape a nation. Registration is requested.

7/18 - Movie Night on the Green, Palmer Square, 8:30pm. Screening of RATATOUILLE
Join us for a magical, family-friendly movie night under the stars on the Green! Arrive early to explore charming local boutiques and dine al fresco– or grab a delicious to-go meal from one of our shops to enjoy picnic-style during the film! Don’t forget a blanket or lawn chair for your group!
Movie will begin around 8:30pm, just as the sun goes down! Conveniently park in the Hulfish Street or Chambers Street Garages.
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7/19 - Blue Curtain Concert @ Pettoranello Gardens Amphitheater , 8pm., Fabiola Mendez from Puerto Rico. Pettoranello Gardens Amphitheater (Route 206 and Mountain Ave., Princeton)
In case of rain or extreme heat, shows will be at Princeton High School PAC. Co-sponsored by the Princeton Recreation Department

7/20 - Concert: The 1966 Show, Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza, 3-5pm. A 13-piece band of Einstein Alley musicians performs songs from 1966 by artists including The Beatles, Neil Diamond, The Temptations, The Beach Boys and many others. Rain date is July 26.
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7/21 - Bubble-ology: Bubble Science Show, West Windsor Branch, 10am. West Windsor Branch, 333 North Post Road Princeton Junction, NJ 08550 609-799-0462. Join family entertainer Conrad Cologne for a colorful Bubble-ology Bubble show! Learn about all the science of these soapy suds and how they do all the amazing things they do. See BIG bubbles, little bubbles, bubbles inside bubbles, bubbles filled with fog, and so much MORE! With science, audience participation, and family-friendly comedy, this EXCITING 45-minute science show is good, clean fun for the whole family. Space is limited; please plan to attend only one of the two showings (10am or 11am). For all ages, youngest with a caregiver. Sponsored by Friends of the West Windsor Library. Registration is required.

7/21 - Jewish Heritage Night @ Trenton Thunder Baseball, 7pm.
Trenton Thunder Ballpark. Celebrate community and culture with a night at the ballpark. Score a special edition Hebrew Thunder tee (advance ticket purchase required). Enjoy kosher food and family fun while supporting the JCC. Purchase tickets here.

7/22 - Summer Kids Club @MarketFair, 10-11am.,
Join MarketFair weekly on Tuesdays for fun, interactive activities and entertainment in our center court! Each week features a different theme sure to delight kids (& parents) of all ages! Immediately following MarketFair Kids Club, Barnes & Noble invites you to their free Kids weekly story time at 11am in-store.Parents grab a Starbucks, sip back & relax while we entertain your kids!
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7/23 - Twilight Garden Tours at Morven, 5:30-7pm.
You’re invited to a relaxing twilight tour of Morven’s gardens with one of our knowledgeable horticulturalists. The tour will be followed by light refreshments on the museum’s Pool House porch. Click here for more information

7/26 - Sustainable Princeton EcoExperience: No Waste Meets Plant-Based, 4-7:30pm. Savor sustainability and community at an intimate, plant-based culinary workshop hosted by a Princeton resident in their thoughtfully designed eco-friendly home. Shai Rilov, CEO and co-founder of the nonprofit Robin Food, will teach you to cook a zero-waste meal that celebrates the abundance of local ingredients while minimizing environmental impact. The evening will be an outdoor celebration of conscious living, meaningful connection, & the delicious possibilities of a low-impact lifestyle.
Tickets
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7/26 - FREE Summer Concert Series, Nassau Park Pavilion, 5 -7:30pm Andy B.AND SoulFolk. Opening band: Dan Kassel and Friends, featuring Peter Sandler. Andy B.AND SoulFolk is the latest musical venture from New Jersey-based musician Andy Bernstein (aka Andy B), the longtime front man of Indie Roots Rockers, The VooDudes.
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7/27 - Friends of Princeton Open Space Nature Journaling Meet Up, 10:30-12:30pm., Join FOPOS and Eleni Litt for a Nature Journaling meetup. We’ll meet at Mountain Lakes House to draw from Nature in a playful and non-judgemental setting. This Meet Up is FREE, although registration is required. The program is designed for adults and older teens. Younger participants (under 16) are welcome to join if accompanied by an adult.
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7/29 - Eyes of the Wild,6:30pm, Eyes of the Wild animal rescue will bring exotic and touchable animals. Learn about the habitats of the animals and how the caretakers take care of them! Eyes of the Wild is an exotic animal rescue that provides forever homes to over 175 animals and 60 different species from throughout the animal kingdom. For all ages. Sponsored by Friends of the Ewing Library. Registration is required. Ewing Branch
61 Scotch Road, Ewing, NJ 08628
609-882-3148

7/30 - Princeton Student Film Festival, Princeton Public Library,
6 – 8:45pm. The Princeton Student Film Festival features original short films by young filmmakers chosen from local, national and international entries. Filmmakers are invited to Q&A sessions after the screenings. In addition to the July 30 screening, PSFF films, including Honorable Mentions, will be available to stream online July 31- Aug. 7.
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7/31 - Evergreen Forum Fall 2025 Open House, CMAP, 12-4pm. Evergreen Forum's Fall 2025 Open House comes this July! Join us to celebrate and meet the Fall semester Course Leaders while learning about their course material before registration. Then, sit in on special one-hour lectures to get a in-person or virtual feel for what Evergreen Forum courses are like. Light refreshments will be served and all those who attend will be entered in to win a free Evergreen Forum class this Fall 2025 semester.
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7/31 - Six Degrees of Morven Trivia Night, 6-7:30pm
What do the hope diamond, Anderson Cooper, the Battle of Bull Run, and composer Frank Johnson all have in common? They all connect to Morven of course! Grab your most competitive (and trivia-minded!) friends and family and join us for the museum's inaugural "Six Degrees of Morven" Trivia Night. This is an evening of general trivia questions, from sports and music to history and popular culture, that all have some connection to Morven. Prior knowledge of the museum and its history is not required. You answer the questions and win points, we tell you how the trivia connects! Teams of any size are welcome to participate. Prizes will be awarded. Snacks and beverages provided, including a signature mocktail.
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Client Promos

Enroll Today at Princeton Ballet School!
Princeton Ballet School (PBS), the Official School of American Repertory Ballet, offers world-class dance training in Central NJ! With locations in Princeton, Cranbury, and New Brunswick, PBS offers children's dance, pre-professional training, and adult classes in ballet, contemporary, flamenco, tap, and more. Classes are available for all ages and levels, including drop-in Open Enrollment options. Everyone is welcome!

Share the Stage This Summer @School of Rock Princeton Summer Camps – July & Augus. Camp is more than just music — it's about confidence, connection, and creativity. And like any great band, it's better when you've got a friend by your side. Enroll in any July or August Summer Camp and bring a friend! You'll both get: $50 off tuition, School of Rock swag, Early access to Fall season registration, An unforgettable summer of music. Whether it's their first guitar chord or their first time on stage, sharing the experience makes it even more meaningful. Space is limited — don't miss your chance to rock the stage together. Call or enroll online and mention "Princeton Online" to get the offer.

Summer Mini-Harmonies Classes Are Open! Sounds of Harmony Studio's spring music classes for ages 0-5 are now open for registration in Princeton, Skillman, Ocean County, and Bordentown! Our inclusive program blends singing, dancing, instrument play, and improvisation, with space for two caregivers per child. Register now at www.soundsofharmonystudio.com and use code Welcome15 for 15% off your first session.

Cheese Making Classes at Cherry Grove Farm
Learn how to make your own mozzarella, burrata, paneer or ricotta cheese at a dairy farm which produces its own raw cow's milk cheese. Every month Cherry Grove Farm offers cheesemaking and foraging classes and regular pasta and bread making; canning and preserving; herbal medicine and other workshops. You can also book a private class for a group of 6 or more family, friends, or co-workers. cherrygrovefarm.com